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131K views · 12K reactions | 🌱Welcome to the wonderful world of FODDER. Fodder is a nutrient-dense, inexpensive food source for livestock throughout the winter months. 1 pound of grain creates 4 pounds of fodder! Pigs, cows, goats, chickens, rabbits… they all love it! I’ll even catch the kitties chewing on some. Fodder is super simple to grow and you don’t need much space! I grow mine in a bathroom because it can handle the moisture well 👍🏼. I’ve done it in a laundry room and kitchen, too! Fodder is created through the act of soaking & sprouting grain and then letting it mature a few more days until it has grown fresh greens on top. Depending on your type of livestock, you may want to let it go a little longer or shorter. Chickens at at risk of crop impaction, so you don’t want the greens on top to get tooooo long. I’ve found that 7 days is perfect for my environment. All you need is a container with drain holes, fresh water and some organic, whole grains (barley, oats, wheat, and rye are most common). ❎No soil ❎No fertilizer ❎No light even! (it’s not necessary, however, I do add a small grow light to my finishing trays to brighten up those greens. Personal preference😁) Ready to get started and save money?! Comment GET STARTED and I’ll send you step-by-step instructions and a full supplies list 💫 | Katie Krejci, RD | The Homesteading RD

2.8K views · 1.1K reactions | 2 ways to preserve eggs for the winter! 🥚🐓 Water glassing: I start with clean, unwashed eggs from the coop and submerge them in a solution of pickling lime and water. For the solution, mix 1 ounce of pickling lime (calcium hydroxide) with 1 quart of water—make sure the water is filtered or distilled, not tap. Pour the lime-water mixture over the eggs, making sure they’re completely submerged. This solution creates a high-pH environment that seals the eggshells, keeping bacteria and air out. Plus, the lime naturally fills in the eggshell pores, preserving the eggs’ quality for up to 2 years! Just make sure the eggs are fresh and never store-bought—they need their natural bloom for this method to work. Give the water-glassed eggs a quick rinse to remove any lime residue before using. After that, they're good to go for whatever you need-just like fresh eggs! What to look out for: if you see cloudiness, a bad odor, or the eggs float, it’s time to toss them. Freezing: Crack your eggs into a silicone ice cube tray, add 1/8 tsp of salt per egg (this prevents them from getting grainy), whisk, and freeze. Once frozen, pop them into a vacuum-sealed bag, and they’re good to go for up to a year. When you’re ready to use them, thaw overnight in the fridge. If you notice an off smell or a weird texture after thawing, better to toss them. #EggPreservation #WaterGlassing #FreezingEggs #HomesteadingHacks #LongTermStorage #FarmFreshEggs #SelfSufficiency | Lissy - homesteading | adventure | wellness

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2.4K views · 30K reactions | An easy herbal snack for your chickens to help support their immunity especially during times of illnesses #sickchicken #poultry #chickens #backyardflock... | By London's Priorities | Facebook

2.4K views · 30K reactions | An easy herbal snack for your chickens to help support their immunity especially during times of illnesses #sickchicken #poultry #chickens #backyardflock... | By London's Priorities | Facebook

33K views · 4.7K reactions | It’s getting chilly here, and I’ve noticed my chickens huddling in the coop on colder days. Some of my girls molted later this season, so a few still have some featherless patches. 🥶 In the past, I’ve left the run open during the winter. Here in North Carolina, our winters are pretty mild—nothing like the harsh northern climate I grew up with! I’ve thought about wrapping the run in plastic tarps before, but I hated how wasteful it was to throw it out. The plastic sheeting just doesn’t last. Then I came across Gina’s post (@lifeonsweetlyfarm) about using roofing panels to winterize her run. If you’ve ever asked me about winterizing, her reel is the one I’ve shared with you! This method is a game-changer. The panels are reusable year after year, will be easy to clean in the spring, and they’re much more insulating than plastic sheeting. Plus, no more wasteful tarps! 👌🏽 These panels provide a greenhouse effect in the run, helping trap warmth from the sun while keeping out the cold wind, snow and rain. I made sure to leave ventilation areas, though, because a completely enclosed run can lead to moisture buildup, which is no good for their health. I’m so excited to give my chickens a cozy, protected space to hang out this season! 👉🏼 Thinking of trying this too? Comment “WINTER COOP” and I’ll send you the tutorial! ❄️🏠🐓 #chickencoop #backyardchickens #beejeweledcoop #chickenkeeping #diychickencoop #chickencare #coopmaintenance #wintercoop #chickencoopsofinstagram #chickenkeeper | Bee.Jeweled.Coop